Rising since 2008, #7,194 for boys today.
Popularity of Jodeci since 1991
Babies named Jodeci per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 249 | 213 |
| 2000s | 62 | 40 |
| 2010s | 47 | 108 |
| 2020s | 62 | 94 |
Meaning & origin
Jodeci is a modern unisex name that first appeared on American birth records in 1991, directly after the formation of the influential R&B group of the same name. It peaked in popularity in 1992, ranking #7194, with an estimated 1 in 155,280 children receiving the name that year. After a period of decline, the name has been rising again since 2008, reflecting a renewed interest in 1990s-inspired names. While once closely tied to the musical group, Jodeci now stands on its own as a distinctive and rhythmic choice, appealing to parents seeking a rare and modern name with cultural resonance.
Jodeci is a modern coinage, most famously associated with the American R&B group Jodeci, formed in the late 1980s. The name was likely created by combining elements from the group members' names (Jo from JoJo Hailey, De from DeVante Swing, and Ci from Mr. Dalvin and K-Ci). As a personal name, it entered use in the early 1990s following the group's rise to fame. It is used for both boys and girls.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jo, Jode
Sibling names for Jodeci
Names that share Jodeci's style, for a brother or sister.
